Topics in Applied Ethics and Politics

Program Overview

Topics in Applied Ethics and Politics (7AAN6011M)

Course Overview

This module aims to understand a selection of debates on the ethical or political dimensions of the impact of scientific and technological developments.

• Dates: 13 January 2025 - 25 April 2025
• Places: Course closed
• Delivery mode: In person
• Application deadline: To be confirmed

Course Features

This module discusses the question: ‘What role should science play in democratic societies?’ It provides some conceptual tools for thinking about complex issues, such as the duty to promote and participate in scientific research, the role of citizens in determining science policy, and the potential for elitism, paternalism, and the tyranny of the ignorant.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the module, you will be able to demonstrate intellectual, transferable, and practicable skills appropriate to the level of study and will be able to think critically about the issues in applied ethics and politics.

Entry Requirements

• A 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent
• A CV and personal statement outlining your reasons for study
• English language band C (for example, IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in reading and writing, and 6.0 in listening and speaking)

Assessment

You will be assessed via coursework in the form of a 3,500-word essay.

Further Information

This is an on-campus module. You will be expected to attend a 1-hour lecture and 1-hour seminar in-person each week. Exact days and times will be provided upon enrolment.

Key Information

• Course code: 7AAN6011M
• Credit level: 7
• Credit value: 15
• Duration: 10 weeks

Fees & Discounts

• Full Price: £1,039.00
• International: £2,333.00

Who Will I Be Taught By

Dr Matteo Mameli, Reader in Philosophy

Offered By

Faculty of Arts & Humanities, Department of Philosophy